Description
Pfitzers Tritoma Seeds 6655. Hybrid. Perennial.
Approx. 100 seeds/pkt (320 seeds/gram)
Magnificent, Flaming Flower Spikes for a Bold Garden Statement.
Pfitzers Tritoma, also known as “Red Hot Poker,” is a show-stopping hybrid perennial that brings an exotic, architectural flair to the landscape. This variety produces spectacular, tubular flower spikes reaching 75 cm in height, featuring a vibrant gradient of red, orange, and yellow. As the plants mature, they form hardy, enlarged rhizomes that can be divided and transplanted to expand your garden display. Its dramatic “torch-like” appearance makes it a stunning focal point in any sunny perennial border.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 6655
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Type: Hybrid Perennial
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Hardiness: Zone 5 (Requires winter protection/mulching)
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Colour: Multi-toned Red, Orange, and Yellow
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Height: 75 cm
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Features: Unique “poker” shape; attracts hummingbirds; excellent for vertical interest.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Tritoma thrives in warm, well-drained soils and requires a bit of patience during its early stages.
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Sow Indoors: For spring transplants, start seeds in a soilless mix in early April.
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Germination: Maintain a warm temperature range of 24–27°C. Germination typically takes 15–25 days. Be patient, as some seeds may sprout quickly while others take a little longer.
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Growing On: Once sprouted, move seedlings under lights at a slightly cooler temperature. Harden off and transplant to a sunny garden spot once the danger of frost has passed.
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Sow Outdoors: Direct garden sowing is most successful from mid to late June when the soil is thoroughly warm.
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Care: These plants prefer “dry feet” in the winter, so ensuring excellent drainage is key to their longevity.
Why Pfitzers Tritoma Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want to add a “wow factor” to your summer garden, few perennials match the intensity of Tritoma. Its nectar-rich, flaming spikes are a magnet for hummingbirds, providing a lively show of nature alongside its brilliant colours. Though it is a South African native, it is remarkably adaptable to Canadian gardens in Zone 5 when provided with a cozy layer of winter mulch, returning year after year with even more vigour.
